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Toyota RAV4

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

S738 AWVMOT history

S738 AWV is a blue petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 18 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2023.

S738 AWV blue Toyota RAV4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota RAV4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2024
Mileage
138,098 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S738 AWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S738 AWV was last recorded at 138,098 miles on 23 Oct 2023, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,066 miles · 18 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
4,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 138,098 miles
  • 2022 – 136,635 miles
  • 2021 – 135,347 miles
  • 2017 – 129,956 miles
  • 2016 – 119,784 miles
  • 2015 – 115,897 miles
  • 2014 – 112,934 miles
  • 2013 – 107,577 miles
  • 2012 – 104,112 miles
  • 2011 – 97,838 miles
  • 2010 – 91,482 miles
  • 2009 – 84,595 miles
  • 2008 – 78,501 miles
  • 2007 – 70,393 miles
  • 2006 – 62,658 miles
  • 2005 – 52,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,098 miles
  • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery live terminal (4.11 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer cv boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack unions damp (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,098 miles (+32)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,098 miles
    Test number
    453068127190
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery live terminal (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer cv boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack unions damp (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail138,066 miles (+1,431)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,066 miles
    Test number
    582045907484
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery live terminal (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer cv boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack unions damp (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass136,635 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    136,635 miles
    Test number
    927476056750
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail136,635 miles (+1,288)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,635 miles
    Test number
    390546436998
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible Obscured (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass135,347 miles (+5,391)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,347 miles
    Test number
    982932184769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator/side light unit condensated
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas along vehicle chassis rails and subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass129,956 miles (+10,172)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    129,956 miles
    Test number
    307944111646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,784 miles (+3,887)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,784 miles
    Test number
    407028795062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,897 miles (+2,963)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,897 miles
    Test number
    268746965498
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass112,934 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,934 miles
    Test number
    588490574196
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Fail112,934 miles (+5,357)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,934 miles
    Test number
    595190774131
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass107,577 miles (+3,465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    107,577 miles
    Test number
    238490973184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass104,112 miles (+6,274)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    104,112 miles
    Test number
    725409512256
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  13. Pass97,838 miles (+6,356)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,838 miles
    Test number
    548348201247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass91,482 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,482 miles
    Test number
    341177710234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F Brake disc pitted
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Fail91,482 miles (+6,887)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,482 miles
    Test number
    470844110276
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F Brake disc pitted
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Pass84,595 miles (+6,094)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    84,595 miles
    Test number
    511342119265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • NoteCorrosion present on front and rear suspension components.

  17. Pass78,501 miles (+8,108)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    78,501 miles
    Test number
    390490708479
    • NoteCorrosion present on front and rear suspensions.

  18. Pass70,393 miles (+7,735)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,393 miles
    Test number
    411756307233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,658 miles (+126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    312352006495
    • NoteOff side rear tyre worn very low on inner tread

  20. Fail62,532 miles (+9,833)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,532 miles
    Test number
    673668396176
    • DangerousIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre wearing very low on centre tread

  21. Fail52,699 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,699 miles
    Test number
    391119495163
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteWipers in poor condion front number plate cracked

  22. Pass52,699 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    52,699 miles
    Test number
    673169195119
    • NoteWipers in poor condion front number plate cracked

Questions about S738 AWV

Does S738 AWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S738 AWV expired on 22 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S738 AWV?
The MOT on S738 AWV expired on 22 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S738 AWV done?
S738 AWV was recorded at 138,098 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2023, an average of 4,676 miles a year.
Has S738 AWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S738 AWV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S738 AWV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S738 AWV find?
S738 AWV passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2023 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: electrical wiring inadequately secured battery live terminal; front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer cv boots; oil leak, but not excessive transmission, and 1 more.

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